How Much Is 4.72 Cups of Kosher Salt (Diamond Crystal) in Ounces?
4.72 cups of kosher salt (diamond crystal) equals 23.98 oz. Kosher salt (diamond crystal) has a density of 144g per cup (144g per cup), which means it's moderate weight compared to other common cooking ingredients. For comparison, 4.72 cups of honey would be 56.61 oz.
Formula and Step-by-Step
- Start with 4.72 cups of kosher salt (diamond crystal)
- 1 cup of kosher salt (diamond crystal) = 144g
- 4.72 × 144 = 679.68g
- Convert grams to ounces: 679.68 ÷ 28.3495 = 23.98 oz
The same formula works for any amount. Multiply (or divide) by the density, then convert units as needed.
Measuring Tip
Kosher salt (diamond crystal) weighs 144g per cup. Different kosher salt brands have dramatically different densities - Morton is nearly twice as heavy per volume as Diamond Crystal.
Kosher Salt (Diamond Crystal) at Different Amounts
How kosher salt (diamond crystal) scales across common cups measurements. Your amount (4.72 cups) is highlighted.
For reference, 4.72 cups of kosher salt (diamond crystal) (679.68g) is close in weight to a basketball (624g).
Other Amounts of Kosher Salt (Diamond Crystal)
| Cups | US Ounces | Metric Cup | Imperial Cup |
|---|---|---|---|
| 0.25 cups | 1.27 oz | 1.34 oz | 1.53 oz |
| 0.33 cups | 1.68 oz | 1.77 oz | 2.01 oz |
| 0.5 cups | 2.54 oz | 2.68 oz | 3.05 oz |
| 0.75 cups | 3.81 oz | 4.03 oz | 4.58 oz |
| 1 cup | 5.08 oz | 5.37 oz | 6.10 oz |
| 1.5 cups | 7.62 oz | 8.05 oz | 9.15 oz |
| 2 cups | 10.16 oz | 10.73 oz | 12.20 oz |
| 3 cups | 15.24 oz | 16.10 oz | 18.30 oz |
| 4 cups | 20.32 oz | 21.47 oz | 24.40 oz |
| 4.72 cups | 23.98 oz | 25.33 oz | 28.79 oz |
| 5 cups | 25.40 oz | 26.84 oz | 30.50 oz |
Understanding the Units
What is a Cup?
There are three cup standards used worldwide. The US cup (236.588 ml) is used in American recipes. The metric cup (250 ml) is standard in Australia, New Zealand, and some parts of Asia. The imperial cup (284.131 ml) appears in older British and Canadian recipes. A metric cup holds about 5.7% more than a US cup, while an imperial cup holds about 20% more. Using the wrong standard can noticeably affect a recipe.
What is an Ounce?
Weight ounces and fluid ounces are different measurements. A fluid ounce measures volume (29.574 ml), while an ounce measures weight (28.35g). They only align for water, where 1 fl oz weighs approximately 1 oz.